Obituaries Archive

William E. Blakeman III

William E. “Billy” Blakeman III, 56, of Dubuque, Iowa, passed away on Saturday, July 17, 2021, in Dubuque, Iowa

A celebration of Billy’s life will be held at 10:00 am, Friday, July 30, 2021, at the Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa, IA. Cremation rites have been accorded.

William E. Blakeman III was born on August 26, 1964, in Dubuque, Iowa, to Duane and Sharon (Apel) Blakeman. Billy enjoyed riding and working on motorcycles. One of his favorite pastimes was shooting pool with his buddies.

Those left to honor his memory are his siblings, Duane Blakeman Jr., Lisa Blakeman, Susan Rhomberg, Raymond Fallin, Michelle Smothers, Michael Fallin, and David Blakeman; sisters-in-law, Cynthia King, and Mary Louise Moffit Blakeman; and Uncle, Thomas Maas. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Thomas Blakeman.

The Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa is caring for the family. Please feel free to call or stop at the funeral home with notes of support or leave words of comfort on the funeral home website at www.CarsonAndSon.com.

Rex L. Felten

Rex L. Felten, 89, of Maquoketa, Iowa, passed away on Wednesday, July 21, 2021, at Genesis East in Davenport, Iowa.

A celebration of Rex’s life will be held on Monday, July 26, 2021, at 1:00 pm at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa. Visitation will be held prior to the funeral from 11:30-1:00 at the funeral home.  Burial will be at Union Cemetery, rural Maquoketa.

Rex L. Felten was born on November 18, 1931, in Maquoketa, Iowa, to Herman and Helen (Walrod) Felten.  He was raised in Maquoketa and graduated from Maquoketa High School in 1949.  He married Mildred Grimm on October 17, 1954, in Maquoketa, IA. Three children were born to this union: Kathy, Karen, and Kenneth. Mildred preceded Rex in death on February 18, 2002.

Rex served our country in the Army during the Korean Conflict and was honorably discharged. He had a friendly soul that did not know a stranger and he would talk to anyone. He lived a fulfilled life being a farmer, rural mail carrier, auctioneer and in his early adult years, he worked at Green Bay Lumber Company. He enjoyed dancing, playing cards and the times he spent with his family. Rex will be missed by all who knew and loved him.

Those left to honor his memory include his children, Kathy Felten of Maquoketa, IA, Karen (Allen) Hoffman of Savanna, IL, and Kenneth (Lyn) Felten of Prole IA; 12 grandchildren, Michelle, Mitchell, Matthew, and Melissa Kinion, Glenn, Katie, and Kirk Hoffman, Cole, Sara, John, and Luke Felten; 12 Great-grandchildren; 3 great-great grandchildren; sisters-In-Law, Betty Felten of Delavan, WI, Marcella Dague of Lake of the Ozarks, MO, and Jean Grimm of AZ. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Mildred, brothers Lyle, Billy, and Donald, sisters Donna Stickley and Leila Orr, and a granddaughter Kara.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, memorials may be directed to the Jackson County Humane Society.

The Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa is caring for the family.  Please feel free to call or stop at the funeral home with notes of support or leave words of comfort on the funeral home website at www.CarsonAndSon.com.

James O. Bonjour

James Oliver “Big Jim” Bonjour, 83, of Dubuque, Iowa passed away on July 20th, 2021 at home.

Military honors will be accorded by the Dubuque Marine Corps League at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 24th, 2021 at Dubuque Memorial Gardens with burial to follow.

Family and friends may visit from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Saturday, July 24th at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road.

He was born 12/10/1937 in Township of Jordan, Green County, Wisconsin, the son of Charles and Ella (Engebretson) Bonjour.  Jim graduated from Belmont High School, Belmont, WI. He married JoAnn (Schneider) Zmudka, married May 30, 1985 in Dubuque, IA.

Jim was a semi driver and retired from Prairie Farms Dairy. He is a United States Marine Corps Veteran.

Under Jim’s sometimes gruff and blustery exterior was a kind heart.  He was a modest man who lived a modest, quiet life.  He was appreciative of the things he had and rarely complained about the lack of things he did not.  Prior to her death in 2001, Jim and JoAnn enjoyed dinners out at local supper clubs, traveling, casinos and auctions.   She has been greatly missed these past 20 years.  Jim was an avid reader.  He also loved a good recipe and rarely passed up the chance to pick up another cookbook.

Jim is survived by his three step children: Bill (Lori) Zmudka, Jim Zmudka and Chris (Mike) Lambert.  He was the proud grandfather of Becky, John, Matt, Joe, Jeana, Molly, Zach and Lucas.  Jim has two special nieces, Dorine and Debbie.

He was preceded in death by his wife JoAnn, his parents Charles and Ella, his sister Jean and niece Leilani.

Memorials may be given to the Veteran’s Freedom Center.

Charles D. Steger

Charles D. Steger, 76 of New Vienna, Iowa passed away Wednesday, July 21, 2021, at MercyOne in Dubuque, Iowa.

Visitation will be held from 2-7 p.m. Saturday, July 24, 2021, at Kramer Funeral Home in Dyersville.  Visitation will continue in Colesburg on Sunday, from 1-2:30 p.m. at the St. Patrick’s Parish Center prior to funeral services.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 3:00 p.m. Sunday, July 25, 2021 at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Colesburg, Iowa.  Rev. John Haugen will officiate.  Mass will be live-streamed at vibrantcatholic.com.

Private family burial will be held on Monday, July 26, 2021 at St. Francis Cemetery in Dyersville, Iowa.

Chuck was born December 20, 1944 in New Vienna, Iowa the son of Arnold and Gertrude (Lansing) Steger.  He married Carol Ann Deutmeyer on June 8, 1966 in Petersburg, Iowa.  Chuck began working for Barrett Division in Dubuque in 1965 and for Tegeler Body Shop in 1966.  Together with his wife, they farmed southwest of Colesburg from 1967-1972, northwest of Dyersville from 1972-1978 and east of Colesburg since 1978.  Chuck also began trucking his own semis in 1993, retiring after his injury in 2016.  He was a member of St. Francis Xavier and St. Boniface Parishes for several years, a member of St. Boniface School Board, Holy Name Society member, and a lifetime member of St. Patrick Parish in Colesburg, Iowa.

Chuck enjoyed playing baseball for St. Boniface while in high school.  He loved playing and watching all sports.  He was a very social person and always appreciated a good joke.  Chuck had a passion for deer hunting, golfing and his annual fishing trips to Wisconsin with his fishing buddies.  He enjoyed playing volleyball and bowling for a few years, coaching his daughter’s softball team, attending his kids’ little league, football and wrestling games.  Chuck and Carol took many trips traveling the world including: six trips to Europe, Costa Rica, Puerto Rico, Caribbean Islands, six trips to Hawaii and one to Alaska.  He also took delight in their card club group and in later years, reading extensively every day.

Survivors include his wife, Carol, children: Wayne (Michelle) Steger of Chicago, IL, Amy (Greg) Gay of Oakwood Park, MO, Lon (Jodi) Steger of Des Moines, IA, Rob (Sheri) Steger of West Des Moines, IA, Carrie (Tim) Laizure of Polk City, IA, Brian (Kelly) Steger of White Heath, IL, 16 grandchildren: Lydia, Camilla and Lucca Steger, Donovan and Brianna Gay, Neve, Keaton and Ramsey Steger, Gavin, Vivian and Avery Steger, Chloe and Gabriel Laizure, Elijah, Oliver and Elena Steger, siblings: Patrick (Margery) Steger of Colesburg, Mary Ann Bonert of New Vienna, sisters-in-law, Rosemary Nichol, Lillian Steger both of Dyersville and numerous brothers and sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, parents-in-law, Laverne and Germaine (Engelken) Deutmeyer, siblings: Robert Steger, John Steger, Lillian (James) Wessels brother-in-law: William Bonert.

Chuck was an honest, hardworking man who took pride in being on time, especially when delivering truck loads.  He had a strong faith growing up, starting with weekly Wednesday devotion at St. Patrick’s Church.  Chuck & Carol always tried to attend mass, even when traveling.  Chuck loved his children and grandchildren and took great pride in their accomplishments.

Special thanks to the personnel at MercyOne, and Rev. John Haugen for his support during his illnesses.

Online condolences may be left for the family at www.kramerfuneral.com

Alice R. Kelly

Alice R. Kelly, 85, of Dubuque, died Monday, July 19, 2021, at the UnityPoint Health-Finley Hospital in Dubuque.

Visitation will be from 3:00 pm until 6:00 pm Sunday, July 25, 2021, at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 3860 Asbury Road.

The Mass of Christian Burial for Alice will be 10:00 am Monday, July 26, 2021, at Cathedral of St. Raphael with Rev. Monsignor Thomas E. Toale as the Celebrant. Burial will be in Mount Calvary Cemetery in Dubuque. The mass will be live streamed on Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home’s Facebook page and will also be available to view later at www.hskfhcares.com.

Alice was born November 4, 1935, in Dubuque, the daughter of Clifford A. and Bess G. Glasson Galliart. On April 16, 1955, she married Richard John Kelly Sr. in St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Dubuque. He passed away on April 6, 2014.

She was a longtime member of TOPS, was involved in special education, enjoyed the occasional trip to the casino, avid collector of Department 56 Snow Villages, she and her husband enjoyed several years of traveling to New Port Richey, Florida as snow birds.

Survivors include her children, Cathy (Tom) Papenthien of Ixonia, WI, Kris (Alan) Higgs of Simpsonville, SC, Tracy Torp of Iowa City, Richard John (Traci) Kelly, Jr. of Dubuque, Thaddeus “T.J.” Kelly of Dubuque, Kyle (Juli) Kelly of Montpellier, France; 10 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; and brother, Don Galliart of Mount Pleasant, IA.

Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents and numerous brothers, sisters, and in-laws.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Camp Albrecht Acres or the Dubuque Packers Special Olympic Team.

A special thank you to Hawkeye Care Center, UnityPoint Health-Finley Hospital and Chaplain Claudia Dorsch.

Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home and Cremation Service is in care of the arrangements.

A photo tribute can be viewed and condolences sent to the family by visiting Alice’s obituary at www.hskfhcares.com.

Eldon J. Hanfelt

Eldon J. Hanfelt, 80, of Dubuque, IA passed away Saturday, June 26, 2021 at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics. Visitation will be from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 31, 2021 at Leonard Funeral Home and Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Rd. Dubuque where the funeral service will also be held at 11:00 a.m. with Deacon Mike Ellis officiating. Entombment will follow in Mt. Olivet Cemetery.

Eldon was born in Epworth, IA on March 5, 1941, the son of Louis and Lucille (Kramer) Hanfelt. He married Christine Payne on August 27, 1983, and they shared over 37 years of marriage together. Eldon worked for Spahn and Rose as a driver and for John Deere Dubuque works. His tenure at John Deere began on February 16, 1970, and he retired on March 31, 2001. He was also a member of the Local UAW.

Eldon always enjoyed going out to breakfast with friends, relatives, and co-workers. While living in Minnesota, he enjoyed helping Chris with gardening and canning. He loved driving all his tractors and loved fishing and golfing. Some days he was a better fisherman, some days he was a better golfer. Eldon was always willing to help friends and relatives with their projects. He always tried to be a friend indeed to a friend in need.

Eldon is survived by his wife, Chris Hanfelt; his children, Rick Hanfelt of Mesa, AZ, Tracy Clark of Gilbert, AZ, Rich (Sue) Payne of Oden, AR; his grandchildren, Ashley Ritchie of Frisco, TX and Jason Payne of Minnesota; siblings, Elaine Slack of Aurora, CO and Janice (Milton) Connolly of Cascade, IA; his brother-in-law Scott Williams, of Tower, Minnesota, along with many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents and 7 siblings, Mary (John) Boulting, Joe (Florence) Hanfelt, Leola (Frank) Connolly, Darlene (Ronald) Conzett, Eileen Hanfelt, Richard and Donald Hanfelt; brother-in-law Roy “Teen” Slack

“Faith is the bridge between where we are, and the place God is taking us.”

Mary Ann Wagner

Mary Ann Wagner, 83, of Zwingle, passed away Sunday, July 18, 2021, at MercyOne Medical Center in Dubuque.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, July 22, 2021, at Saint Lawrence Otter Creek with Fr. Dave Ambrosy officiating and Fr. Austin Wilker and Deacon Greg Michel concelebrating. Burial will follow in Mount Olivet Cemetery.  A visitation will be held from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, July 21, 2021, at the Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory 2595 Rockdale Road where a scripture vigil service will be at 3:00 p.m.

Mary was born in Jackson County on May 10, 1938, the daughter of Joseph “J.P.” and Lavinia (Hutchins) Sweeney. She attended grade school and high school at Garryowen.  She married Merlin P. Wagner on October 20, 1956, also at Saint Patrick Garryowen Church.

Mary was a full-time super mom, she later worked for the Sisters of Charity at Mount Carmel for many years until her retirement. She enjoyed spending time with her many friends and family, whether she was playing cards, attending the lady’s coffee club, or sharing a good story. She was a true Irish Lady of strong Catholic Faith who will be greatly missed by her family and friends.

She is survived by her husband Merlin; her children Mike (Terri) Wagner, of Sycamore, IL, Marty (Dawn) Wagner of Dubuque, Mark (Jan) Wagner of LaMotte, Mary Kay (Terry “Louie”) Haverland of Dubuque, and Matt (Amy) Wagner of LaMotte; her grandchildren Trent (Jenny), Jason, Benjamin (Jessica), Brandon, Brock, Jackson, Alivia and Gracyn Wagner;  great grandchildren Trestan, Kyla, Cameron, Arabella, and Iris; her sister Lela McCormick and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents and sisters Bessie Ehlinger, and Gracie Kane, and brothers L.J. Sweeney and Jim Sweeney.

In lieu of flowers a Mary Wagner memorial fund has been established.

The family would like to thank all the health care professionals who cared for her over the years.

Gerald L. Ernst

Gerald “Gerry” Lee Ernst, 92, of Bellevue, passed away on Friday, July 16, 2021 at University of Iowa Hospital & Clinics.  Funeral Mass will be 10:30 am, Wednesday, July 21, 2021 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Bellevue.  Visitation will be 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm, Tuesday, July 20, 2021 at Hachmann-Mier Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Bellevue, additional visitation will be 9:00 am – 10:00am, Wednesday, July 21, 2021, prior to Mass at the funeral home.  Burial with Military Honors conducted by Bellevue American Legion Post 273 will be in St. Joseph’s Catholic Cemetery in Bellevue.

Gerry was born June 27, 1929 in Bellevue, Iowa, son of Vernon and Augusta Ernst. He graduated from St. Joseph High School in 1947 and after graduation, began working at John Deere Dubuque Works. He enlisted in the United States Air Force in 1948 and after several training schools, was assigned as a cryptography instructor at Scott Air Force Base, Belleville, IL, where he served until 1952. While in the Air Force, he married the love of his life, Dolores “Dee” Wellen in Trenton, IL on May 23, 1951. He returned to John Deere after his military service, retiring in 1984.

Gerry was actively involved and held many positions with the American Legion at the local, state and national level. He was very proud of Bellevue and served his community volunteering at Bellevue Bread Basket, the Bellevue Zoning Board, Municipal Utilities Board and the Bellevue Ambulance. He was also a member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Knights of Columbus, and the John Deere Retiree Assoc. He was an avid Cubs fan; he enjoyed his last visit to Wrigley Field a few years ago, where he stepped onto the field with his family.

Those left to honor his memory include three sons, Ken (Barb) of DeWitt, IA, Chuck (Judy) of Bernard, IA and Randy (Ana) of Bartlett, IL; two daughters, Shari (Michael) Beadle of Tampa, FL and Cathy (Doug) Oberbroeckling of Crystal Lake, IL; three sons-in-law, Bill Lubbers of Dubuque, Kenny Laaker of Sterling, IL and Ron Duccini of Gulfport, MS; a daughter-in-law, Elaine Ernst of Barrington, IL; one sister, Carol Agosta of Bettendorf, IA; 24 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren, one great-great grandchild and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Gerry is preceded in death by his wife of 67 years, Dolores; his parents; four children: Dianna Lubbers, Jean Laaker, Lori Duccini and John Ernst; grandchildren Melissa Ernst and Alexander Ernst; brothers Vern and Bob Ernst; and sister Marilyn Doland.

The Ernst family would like to thank daughter-in-law Dr. Ana Gephart, and the entire community for the kindness, generosity and friendship shown to Gerry throughout his years.

Online condolences may be left for the family at www.hachmannfuneralhome.com

Dallas N. Welter

Dallas N. Welter, 91, of East Dubuque, IL, passed away on Friday, July 16, 2021 at Ennoble Manor Care Center in Dubuque, IA.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, July 20, 2021 at St. Mary’s Church in East Dubuque, with Fr. Dennis Vargas officiating.  Burial will be in the East Dubuque Cemetery, with military honors accorded by the Iowa National Guard and the Dubuque Marine Corps League. The funeral mass will be live-streamed on THE MILLER FUNERAL HOME GROUP facebook page.

Visitation will be from 9:00 – 10:15 a.m. on Tuesday at the church.

Dallas was born on April 8, 1930 in East Dubuque, the son of Michael and Emma (Vanderah) Welter.  He was a graduate of East Dubuque High School, class of 1948.  On January 21, 1961 he was united in marriage to Jeanette H. Bonz at the Cathedral of St. Raphael in Dubuque. She preceded him in death on January 5, 2005.

He was formerly employed at the John Deere Dubuque Works, retiring in 1989.  Dallas was a member of St. Mary’s Parish and U.A.W. Local # 94.  He served in the U. S. Army during the Korean Conflict from 1953 – 1955.

After retirement Dallas did small engine repairs, and enjoyed fishing.

Surviving are three children, Beth Welter and Allen (Michele) Welter both of Dubuque, and Brian Welter of Kieler, WI; four grandchildren, Melissa, Christopher, Tiffany and Ashley; four great-grandchildren; his special friend, Rita Thomas of Cuba City, WI; and a sister Joyce (Dallas) Anker of Florida.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Michael & Emma; wife, Jeanette; daughter, Becky Epsy; two grandsons, Marcus and Matthew Phend; and his siblings, LaVern, Olive, Curtis, Dorrance “Sparky”, Ruth, Mary Agnes; Eileen and Delma.

Dallas’ family wishes to express sincere appreciation to the nurses and staff at Hospice of Dubuque, for the loving care given to their father.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to Hospice of Dubuque.

Online condolences may be left for the family at www.millerfhed.com.©

Arlene E. Bahl

Arlene E. (Klein) Bahl, age 82, of Balltown, Iowa, passed away after a sudden illness at 12:08 a.m., on Saturday, July 17, 2021, at The University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics surrounded by her loving family.  To celebrate Arlene’s life, family and friends may visit from 3:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., on Tuesday, July 20, 2021, at St. Francis of Assisi Church, 468 Balltown Road.  To honor Arlene’s life, funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., on Wednesday, July 21, 2021 at St. Francis of Assisi Church, with Rev. Noah J. Diehm officiating.  Burial will be in St. Francis Cemetery in Balltown.  Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street, is assisting the family.

Arlene was born on April 10, 1939, at home in Balltown, Iowa, daughter of Leander and Florence (Rettenmeier) Klein.

Arlene was born and raised in Balltown, where she would attend school and remain for her entire life.  She was united in marriage to the love of her life, John “Jack” Bahl, on June 27, 1959 at St. Francis of Assisi Church.  They were truly blessed with 5 children, and 62 years of wedded bliss.  The two have definitely been a staple of the Balltown community for over 80 years and were devoted members of St. Francis of Assisi Church.  Arlene began her working career with Sorbo making baby clothes and later worked at the Avalon and Chateau Supper Clubs waiting tables.  After she married Arlene happily took on the role of full time wife, mother and homemaker and also helped run the family farm.  After the children were raised she again rejoined the workforce with Sundown Mountain managing the kitchen, and lastly was the hostess at The Meadows.  Arlene was always very active, playing softball, caring for her flower gardens and attending as many of the children and grandchildren’s sporting events as she possibly could.  She also liked getting together with family and friends to play cards, and watch her Chicago Cubs and Bulls on TV.  Family was no doubt the aspect of Arlene’s life that brought her the greatest joy.  She made sure that everyone was always taken care of and that they knew how much she loved them.  We are heartbroken at losing our wonderful Arlene so suddenly and without any warning, but know that it was a blessing for her to leave this Earth so peacefully and pain free.  We love you and will miss you more than words can say, but know that you are now reunited with Randy watching over us.

Those left to cherish Arlene’s memory include

her husband,
John “Jack” Bahl, Balltown, IA;

her children,
Rick (Karen) Bahl, Balltown, IA,
Cindy (Ken) Behnke, Durango, IA,
Rusty (Sandy) Bahl, Balltown, IA
and Sue (Skyler Koons) Bahl, Dubuque, IA;

her 9 grandchildren,
Stacy (Josh) Rissman, Michelle (Matt) Sullivan, Scott Bahl, Janelle (Josh) Lenz, Justin (Kaitlyn) Behnke, Josh Behnke, Jenna Behnke, Tanner Bahl and Mataya Bahl;

her 8 great-grandchildren,

her siblings,
Loras (Marlene) Klein, Durango, IA,
Madonna (Harold) Nauman, Sherrill, IA,
Lenny (Judy) Klein, Belmont, WI,
Nancy (Joe) Banwarth, Sherrill, IA,
Marie Schwers, Luxemborg, IA,
Leon Klein, Balltown, IA,
Lonnie (Dianne) Klein, Sherrill, IA
and Sandy (Dave) Kauffmann, Sherrill, IA;

and 2 sisters-in-law,
Marleen Klein, Sherrill, IA
and Sandy Pierce, Sherrill, IA.

Arlene was preceded in death by her parents; a son, Randy Bahl; 2 brothers, Lester Klein and Lyle Klein; and a brother-in-law, Merle Schwers.

Arlene’s family would like to thank the Sherrill Fire and Rescue Responders, as well as the doctors, nurses and staff of the University of Iowa Hospital for all of their kindness and wonderful care of Arlene and her family.

The family will thankfully receive your support through phone calls, greeting cards and memorials in Arlene’s memory which may be mailed to Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street, Dubuque, Iowa 52001, Attn. Arlene Bahl Family.

Online condolences may be left for the family at www.behrfuneralhome.com

Walter W. Wubben

Walter W. “Willie” Wubben, 72, of Hazel Green, Wisconsin, died Friday, July 16, 2021, at University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics, Iowa City, Iowa. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, July 20, 2021, at St. Francis de Sales Church, Hazel Green, Wisconsin, with Rev. Peter Auer officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery.  A public visitation for friends will be held from 9-10:45 a.m. Tuesday at the church hall. Casey-McNett Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Cuba City is assisting the family.

Willie served in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War. He worked as a machinist at John Deere Dubuque Tractor Works for 42 years.

Willie was born on December 24, 1948, in Hazel Green, Wisconsin, the son of Walter and Elizabeth (Stockel) Wubben. He married Elizabeth “Betsy” Wall on July 25, 1975, at St. Mary’s Church in Platteville, Wisconsin.

Willie enjoyed stock car racing, having cars 12 and 21 at the Dubuque and Farley speedways. He had a passion for classic cars, both restoring them and attending classic car shows. Willie was a Harley Motorcycle enthusiast, building his own motorcycle and riding over 100,000 miles in his lifetime. In the span of 20 years, Willie purchased a new truck annually and managed to put on at least 50,000 miles each year traveling in his truck, whether it be taking day trips with Betsy, shopping or taking vacations to new destinations throughout the U.S.

Willie enjoyed meeting with local residents of Hazel Green at John’s Body Shop to “BS”. He loved spending time with his four grandchildren.

Survivors include his wife, Betsy Wubben, Hazel Green; two daughters, Dawn Sheffer, Cuba City, WI, and Lynn Kamm, Dubuque, IA; a son, Dean (Darci) Wubben, Jefferson, WI; four grandchildren, Hunter and Sydney Sheffer, and Daisy and Kelsey Kamm; a brother, Melvin Wubben, Ada, MI; and two sisters-in-law, Phyllis Wubben, State Center, IA, and Darlene Wubben, Platteville, WI.

He was preceded in death by his parents; five sisters, Marie (Jim) Geiger, Loraine Wubben, Nancy Sullivan, Alice Fitzgerald, and Mary Arlene (Charles) Strub; and twin brothers, LeRoy Wubben and LaVerne Wubben.

In lieu of flowers, a Walter W. Wubben Memorial Fund has been established. Cards may be sent to Casey-McNett Funeral Home, 123 N. Jackson St., Cuba City, WI, 53807.

Online condolences for the family may be left at www.caseymcnett.com.

Theresa L. Kunde

Theresa L. Kunde, 52, of Maquoketa, Iowa, passed away on Friday, July 9, 2021, at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City, Iowa.

A gathering of family and friends celebrating Theresa’s life will be held on August 7, 2021 from 2 to 6 P.M. at Rustic Park in Lost Nation, Iowa. Cremation rites have been accorded.  The Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa is caring for the family.

Theresa Lee Kunde was born on May 27, 1969 in Maquoketa, Iowa, to Earl Duward and Elizabeth Lee “Dolly” (Ralston) Kunde.  She was a 1987 graduate of Maquoketa Community High School.

Theresa was a CNA for Crestridge, a bartender at the Quarterdeck, and worked at E.I. Telemarketing in Lost Nation. She loved spending time with her family. Theresa was always quick to crack a joke. She wasn’t shy to show off her nails, jewelry and makeup which screamed the 80’s! She was the first to flirt and make a person feel loved! She would let you know just what she thought!! Theresa was a loving, sarcastic, fun, and sweet person!! A ball of fun we all will deeply miss.

Those left to honor her memory include her siblings, Laurie (Charles) Fox of Colesburg, IA, Allen (Carol) Kunde of DeWitt, IA, Loretta (Rick) Elliott of Des Moines, IA, and Tammy (Luvern) Clark of Oxford Junction, IA; and several nieces, nephews, and great-nieces and great-nephews.  She was preceded in death by her parents, 1 infant sister, and two brothers August and Andy.

The Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa is caring for the family.  Please feel free to call or stop at the funeral home with notes of support or leave words of comfort on the funeral home website at www.CarsonAndSon.com.

Susan A. LeGrand

Susan A. (Kintzle) LeGrand, 81 of Dubuque, IA left this world on July 14, 2021; she passed at Mercy Medical Center in Dubuque surrounded by her loving family.

A celebration of Susan’s life will be held at a later date. Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road is assisting the family. Susan’s final gift to others, was that she was an organ donor.

Sue was born on October 22, 1939, in Dubuque, IA, the daughter of Eldon Kintzle and Laura Mae (Zwack) Kintzle. She was a graduate of St. Joseph’s Academy in Dubuque. Her hobbies included reading, shopping, and travelling.

Faith and family were most important to Sue. She was a member of the Church of the Nativity Parish in Dubuque. The thing closest to her heart was watching her kids, grandkids, and great grandkids grow.

She is survived by her devoted husband Norman LeGrand; those left to love and remember Sue include four children: Colleen Ryan of Dubuque, IA, Cindy (Goodin) (Dave) Oberhoffer of Dubuque, IA, Don (Susan) Goodin of Mesa, AZ, and Marleen (aka Beany) Goodin of Dubuque, IA; five stepsons, Dennis (Renee) LeGrand of East Dubuque, IL, Ken (Kathy) LeGrand of Dubuque, IA, Steven (Cathy) LeGrand Of Elkhorn, NE, Danny (Sherlita) LeGrand of Virginia Beach, VI, and David (Beth) LeGrand of Davenport, IA; 22 grandchildren and 30 great-grandchildren; her sister Sharon Roling of Dyersville, IA and Wayne Kintzle of Las Vegas, NV.

She was preceded in death by both of her parents.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to Dr. Andrea Ries for her above and beyond care and guidance of Sue over the years.

William G. McGuire

William G. “Bill” McGuire, age 73, of Dubuque, IA passed away on July 13, 2021, surrounded by his loving family and friends.  To honor Bill’s life, a Celebration of Life is being scheduled for a later date.   The Tri-State Cremation Center is assisting Bill’s Family.

Bill was born on February 29, 1948, a unique leap-year son to Lloyd and Katherine (Stricker) McGuire.  Bill was a natural musician from an early age and an extremely talented drummer.   He played in many bands, with countless area musicians, but always held on to the fact that he was one of the original members of the Mississippi Band with honorable distinction.

Bill and Patty were married on Feb. 9th, 1988, and enjoyed 33 years of marriage.  They were fond of traveling, their favorite destinations included Florida, tropical beaches, and their annual trips to Tennessee.  They also enjoyed Music in the Park with Bill always sitting so that he could see the drummer and weekly dinners at Mario’s -their favorite place.  Over the years they had numerous pets with Bill describing their home as the “Montcrest Zoo”.  But he did his best to keep Patty’s number of pets in check.

Bill had a great love and respect for the Mississippi River, spending many days enjoying the water with family and friends.  He was a proud owner of a sailboat named after his daughter, Angela Lynn. Sailing highlights including sailing in Door County and the Caribbean.  He also owned a fishing boat and enjoyed many fishing trips up North with great friends.   His other interests included Sunday rides on his Harley, Monday nights catching up with friends at the Bier Stube, hunting and target practicing.

He was a Vietnam-era Army veteran, serving in Germany.   He retired as a machinist from John Deere in 2002 at age 54, after 30 years employment.  In later years, Bill enjoyed the simple things in life like his grocery shopping trips to Hy-Vee on Locust and Sam’s, especially finding bargains.  He liked watching game shows, the Cubs, the Bears, and taking care of his yard.  He got a lot of happiness from cooking and grilling and getting his family together.  He looked forward to weekly get-togethers for breakfast and lunches with friends.

Grandkids were an important part of Bill’s life, taking great care of them.  He enjoyed holiday traditions, pop-in visits, and being part of their daily lives.

In sharing memories with friends, it was consistent that Bill was always fun to be around and the life of the party.

Those left behind to cherish the memory of Bill include,

his wife,
Patricia (Sweeney) McGuire, Dubuque, IA;

his children and grandchildren,
Angela McGuire Perz, and her son, Chase Joseph Perz, Chesterton, IN,
Kerry (Cameron Ramsey), and children Kalib, Kylee, Keenen, and Kalan Walling, and Cora Ramsey, Dubuque, IA,
and Daniel Fitzgibbons, Dubuque, IA;

his sister-in-law,
JoAnne McGuire, Dubuque, IA;

his nephews,
Michael (Rekha) McGuire and Pat McGuire, both of Minneapolis, MN;

his wife Patty’s siblings,
Mary Vosberg, Dubuque, IA,
and William “Bill” Sweeney, Hermitage, TN;

nieces and nephews,
Tricia Szalkowski, Dubuque, IA,
Beth (Shane) Laing, Singapore,
and Brad Sweeney of Fredericksburg, VA, who had a close relationship with Bill;

along with numerous extended family, friends, and neighbors.

Bill was preceded in death by his parents; his step-father, Max Wiehl; and his brother, Robert McGuire; his In-laws, Myles “Pat” and Margaret “Con” Sweeney; and brother-in-law, Marvin “Marv” Vosberg.

Bill’s family would like to thank all of the doctors, family and friends who have been by our side during this most difficult time.   Your thoughts, prayers, care, and concern have truly brought us peace in our days when we needed it most.  Thank you very much for all of your love and support!

Online condolences may be shared with Bill’s family at www.tristatecremationcenter.com

George R. Frye

George R. Frye, 94, of Dubuque died Thursday, July 15, 2021 at Stonehill Care Center.  Military rites will be accorded at 3 pm Thursday, July 22 by the American Legion Dubuque Post at the Egelhof, Siegert and Casper Funeral Home and Crematory, 2659 Kennedy Road followed by a visitation 3:30 to 6:00 pm.  A prayer service will be held at 6 pm.

George was born May 30, 1927 in Dubuque, son of George and Louise (Rabe) Frye. He graduated from Dubuque Senior High School and Bayless Business College. He served in the Army Air Corps during WWII where he was a teletype operator instructor.  He was discharged to the rank of Corporal. On February 26, 1949, he married Joan Hafeman at Sacred Heart Church.  She preceded him in death on July 16, 2016. George worked as a billing night order supervisor at the Dubuque Packing Company. He was a member of the American Legion Dubuque Post 6.

He is survived by two daughters, Kay (Jim) Brimeyer and Gail (Dick) Bridges, all of Dubuque; six grandchildren, Joseph (Amy) Brimeyer, Ellen (Luke) Schardt, Kelly (Bill) King, Katie (Charlie) Hurt, Dan (Jody) and Tim McFarland and 12 great grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established in George’s name.

The family would like to thank the nurses and staff at Stonehill Care Center for their loving care.